Recent PhD Graduate – Complex Imaging Research
Are you a recent or upcoming PhD graduate who is interested in the development of new medical technology? Newton Colmore is working with a medical devices company who is looking for a talented scientist/engineer to work on next generation imaging technology.
As a scientist/engineer in this company, you will be working on highly complex imaging research, involving image segmentation hardware, signal processing techniques, and transducer design. This role will be at the front end of research and development and will give you an opportunity to work on brand new ideas and run with them through the experimental phase and readying the product for launch. This will include building your own prototypes, experiments, test rigs, and more, as you make meaningful progress through the development lifecycle.
The company will offer you support and mentoring as you make your transition from academia into industry and you will be joining a well-established team of inventors, who will provide everything you need to make a success of this role.
This is a great opportunity to join a company that loves to innovate and push technological boundaries.
To be considered for this role we are looking for people who have either recently finished a PhD or post-doc role which focused on imaging technology. The company are considered people from different backgrounds, as long as you have a passion for high impact technology. Any knowledge of image segmentation, transducer design, electronics or metrology technology is highly desirable.
In return for your hard work the company offer a highly competitive salary, with a bonus, and comprehensive benefits package as well providing excellent career progression opportunities and the chance to work on novel technologies.
For more information make a confidential application now and a consultant at Newton Colmore will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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You will gain varied laboratory-based experience working across three different departments in Product Technology & Engineering:
Product research, development and analysis
Learning the skills and techniques required to be successful in each area.
Your role, as part of a flexible team in will be to:
Generate, analyse and interpret data
Carry out problem solving, and report on your findings, contributing to Syngenta’s mission to sustainably feed the planet, while growing as a scientist and working towards your degree
Training:Scientist Level 6.
This is a flexible and inclusive programme which includes, on average, 1-day per week of online learning, with occasional onsite workshops at the University which are paid for through the programme.Training Outcome:Completion of the apprenticeship includes successful graduation with a BSc (Hons) in Applied Chemical Sciences. As part of a top 10 biotech global employer, we provide on-going development and career opportunities.Employer Description:Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture. Our R&D site hosts a vibrant multi-disciplinary scientific community of around 800 people. Located between Maidenhead and Bracknell it offers a spacious and green campus environment with comprehensive sports facilities, catering facilities & social clubs. We are proud of our community and how we work together to deliver.Working Hours :36-hours per week (including 1-day per week for study), exact working days and hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Motivated,Scientific curiosity....Read more...
As an Apprentice Laboratory Technician, your main duties will include:
Providing support in the X-ray analytical facilities
Taking personal responsibility for the preparation of materials and specimens to be analysed using X-ray scattering techniques
Being responsible for routine calibration and basic maintenance of equipment
Logging laboratory usage for accounting purposes
Maintaining records of consumable levels and equipment, and purchase requisition stock to maintain an acceptable level
Being responsible for the safe disposal of hazardous waste within specified guidelines
These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list.
Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the grade of the post:
Taking part in regular team meetings
Working in accordance with health and safety procedures, hazard, risk, COSHH assessments and local policies and procedures
Undertaking manual handling of laboratory equipment and movement of gas cylinders, using correct manual handling processes
Engaging fully with the relevant training courses for the apprenticeship and actively engaging in learning during the course of your day-to-day role
Training:
Apprentices work full-time whilst studying towards a BSc (Hons) Scientist (Chemical Science) degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, as well as a Level 6-degree apprenticeship
Students study a tutor-supported e-distance learning curriculum and attend residential schools. The work-based projects, negotiated with employers, offer students the opportunity to apply their learning directly to their organisation
The programme is primarily taught through tutor-supported online study, part-time over four years
Apprentices will attend a two-day induction at the University to help them get to know each other and balance undergraduate study with working full-time
They will also attend a week-long residential at our campus in central Manchester once a year, in addition to a two-day mini-residential in the first year
Training Outcome:
This is a 5-year post with possible progression to a full time technical role
Employer Description:University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is one of the UK’s largest and most highly regarded institutions, known for world‑class teaching, impactful research and a strong culture of integrity, inclusion and community. As an employer, it offers a supportive environment with extensive professional development opportunities and a commitment to social responsibility, making it an attractive place to work and grow.
Bragg Centre for Materials Research
The Bragg Centre for Materials Research, located in the state‑of‑the‑art Sir William Henry Bragg Building, is a leading hub for interdisciplinary materials science, bringing together experts across engineering, physics, chemistry and related fields to drive innovation from atomic‑scale fabrication to advanced analytical techniques. Its world‑class laboratories, cleanrooms and research facilities create an exceptional workplace for apprentices, providing hands‑on technical training, exposure to cutting‑edge equipment and the opportunity to work alongside leading researchers and technical professionals.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with one hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Record-keeping skills,Ability to follow procedures,Practical, hands on mindset....Read more...
As an Apprentice Laboratory Technician, your main duties will include:
Providing support in the Leeds Electron Microscopy And Spectroscopy centre(LEMAS) facilities
Taking personal responsibility for the preparation of materials and specimens to be analysed using Scanning Electron Microscope(SEM) techniques
Being responsible for routine calibration and basic maintenance of equipment and will take an active role in training new users
Logging laboratory usage for accounting purposes
Maintaining records of consumable levels and equipment, and purchase requisition stock to maintain an acceptable level
Being responsible for the safe disposal of hazardous waste within specified guidelines
Taking part in regular team meetings
Working in accordance with health and safety procedures, hazard, risk, COSHH assessments and local policies and procedures
Undertaking manual handling of laboratory equipment and movement of gas cylinders, using correct manual handling processes
Engaging fully with the relevant training courses for the apprenticeship and actively engaging in learning during the course of your day-to-day role
These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the grade of the post.Training:
Apprentices work full-time whilst studying towards a BSc (Hons) Scientist (Chemical Science) degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, as well as a Level 6-degree apprenticeship
Students study a tutor-supported e-distance learning curriculum and attend residential schools. The work-based projects, negotiated with employers, offer students the opportunity to apply their learning directly to their organisation
The programme is primarily taught through tutor-supported online study, part-time over four years
Apprentices will attend a two-day induction at the University to help them get to know each other and balance undergraduate study with working full-time
They will also attend a week-long residential at our campus in central Manchester once a year, in addition to a two-day mini-residential in the first year
Training Outcome:This is a 5-year post with possible progression to a full time technical role.Employer Description:University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is one of the UK’s largest and most highly regarded institutions, known for world‑class teaching, impactful research and a strong culture of integrity, inclusion and community. As an employer, it offers a supportive environment with extensive professional development opportunities and a commitment to social responsibility, making it an attractive place to work and grow.
Bragg Centre for Materials Research
The Bragg Centre for Materials Research, located in the state‑of‑the‑art Sir William Henry Bragg Building, is a leading hub for interdisciplinary materials science, bringing together experts across engineering, physics, chemistry and related fields to drive innovation from atomic‑scale fabrication to advanced analytical techniques. Its world‑class laboratories, cleanrooms and research facilities create an exceptional workplace for apprentices, providing hands‑on technical training, exposure to cutting‑edge equipment and the opportunity to work alongside leading researchers and technical professionals.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with one hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Record-keeping skills,Ability to follow procedures,Practical, hands on mindset....Read more...
Service and upkeep materials and science equipment, glassware, consumables, and sample preparation tools.
Ensure safe working order, proper storage, and accurate cataloguing.
Perform basic maintenance on lab apparatus. Liaise with equipment manufacturers or external service engineers to troubleshoot faults and schedule contractor visits, keeping colleagues informed of progress.
Keep labs tidy, orderly, and safe on a daily basis.
Track equipment and consumable stock levels. Raise orders and coordinate with colleagues as needed.
Organise the delivery and disposal of solvents, chemicals, and materials in accordance with relevant regulations.
Monitor consumable gases used in processing and characterisation equipment.
Develop and review operating procedures and safe working practices based on daily observations and growing technical knowledge.
Under the guidance of senior technicians, demonstrate safe equipment operation, basic maintenance, and standard processes to students, staff, and visitors.
Induct users to ensure safe work in controlled or hazardous environments (e.g., clean-rooms, high-temperature labs, fume cupboards).
Identify and resolve straightforward practical issues, such as instrument errors or sample preparation issues. Escalate complex problems to senior colleagues.
Use experience and initiative to execute daily tasks and prioritise your workload with appropriate guidance. Training:To start, we offer a unique 5-year programme filled to the brim with a wide range of technical training across a multitude of skills such as chemical analysis, material science investigation and applications, research techniques, microscopy, and much more.
This training will be underpinned by in-house and external courses such as pipette, centrifuge, cryogenics, COSHH, IOSH training and the list continues. All these skills will be applied to cutting-edge equipment and technology, making this the apprenticeship to beat.
Initial training is deliberately broad to teach a wide range of technical competencies, allowing you time to learn and discover the variety of careers within an ever-changing scientific environment.
You will spend a mixture of time working alongside a day/block release course to gain the technical skills required to carry out your duties as a Materials Scientist. We will provide you with all the necessary tools and equipment, uniform, and robust training to make this the apprenticeship of your choice.Training Outcome:Upon completion of the apprenticeship in 5 years’ time, you will have a portfolio of key science and engineering skills and a wealth of varied, relevant experience.
Most apprentices are successful in securing a role with the university or choose to continue their academic studies. Opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or degree apprenticeship exist for high-performing candidates upon completion of their first apprenticeship with us.
Whilst we cannot guarantee a permanent position at the University of Manchester, we endeavour to match apprentices with appropriate vacancies and support them through the entire application process.Employer Description:One of the world’s leading universities built on research and teaching practices, coupled with one of the most respected apprenticeship programmes in the UK. Our programme builds its success’s year-on-year and continues to develop, matching the needs of the university and our community. We are proud of our strong reputation, supporting each of our apprentices with individualised training, specialised projects, and targeted development to build a future career at the cutting edge of technology.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.(Variable times to suit workplace requirements). 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Strong work ethic,Desire to progress,Passion for Science....Read more...
